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Others have to chime in with specific help. Do you have the factory service manual? It is available in the download section. Any members here near you? Note that a fuse blowing always means a massive current flowed through the circuit. They never pop randomly but there is always a reason. You have hit on something key and I think this is why used VFRs are reasonably priced despite being a superstars: It is an extraordinarily labor intensive bike. A lot of these VFR owners work on their own bikes. I rely on mechanics. I fix computer systems all day long, so working on my bike would probably kill me. Do not put yourself down. You don't have to be a mechanic. The motorcycle fills different roles for different people. Some love tinkering but some, like me just want to turn the key and ride. I enjoy reading the Keith Code books, magazines, studying riding, then applying the lessons on the street. Someone else can fix it. You should understand that given your bike's age, several electrical components will need attention. Someone Honda certified or who knows VFRs should proactively clean and inspect all of the switches, wiring, and connections. When the electrical is maintained, the bike will go many miles. As you can see from your CBR, good maintenance is extremely valuable. It is just that 7-10 years of age have corroded a lot of the switches and connectors, so they run hotter, and will cause problems if not inspected, and cleaned or repaired. While Honda takes a lot of criticism, I think problems are pretty universal and due to poor maintenance. The other option is trading up to a newer bike. Also, inline 4's, and certain naked models can be much easier to maintain. But nothing truly compares to the VFR for overall fun, comfort, and performance. I am rooting for you to find a solution.

Funny you should mention the subframe. I'm toying with a Chrome Moly replacement. I can weld that but I cant weld Ti. Just trying to source some tubing etc.

I think we should ban the consumption of spirited beverages. There's an old axiom that 'man can not live on beer alone'. That remains to be seen and tested.

Hi BusyLittleShop thanks for the praise. Greatly appreciated. With the urethane bobbins in the cush drive, you may as well say there is none, bar for them giving a little flex under load. There is no slop in the drive at all but I do think for chain/sprocket life, the bobbins are a good alternative. I've ridden many race bike with no cush and I understand exactly what you are saying, but for a roady, I think I still prefer a little give.

Here are a couple of shots of the complete bike. Left and right.